| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Ford Explorer vs. BMW i3 Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. BMW i3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $39,945 BMW i3 | ||
| Difference: $3,370 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,870 BMW i3 | ||
| Difference: $3,163 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | i3 |
| Trim | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $39,690 |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Park Assistant Package | 1,000 | |
| Technology & Driver Assistance Package | 2,500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Park Assistant Package | 910 | |
| Technology & Driver Assistance Package | 2,275 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Options (change) | 4,635 | 4,050 |
| Options (change) | 3,940 | 3,685 |
| Destination | 825 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $43,315 | $39,945 |
| Total Invoice | $40,033 | $36,870 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW i3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,810 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,625 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | i3 |
| Trim | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 168hp E |
| Transmission | T6 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 137/111 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 100, 4 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 155/70-19 |
| Total Price | $43,315 | $39,945 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,180 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,135 | $39,945 |
| Total Invoice | $40,033 | $36,870 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,788 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,245 | $36,870 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW i3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | i3 |
| Trim | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heat pump | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| 18 kWh battery pack | $0 | |
| 7.2 kW onboard charger | $500 | |
| DC quick-charging capability | $750 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Carbon fiber body structure | $0 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,570 | $6,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,180 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,788 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW i3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | i3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 101.2 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 157.4 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 62.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,557 lb. | 2,634 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 50.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2425 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1750 | 42% |
Option Package Details
BMW i3
| Park Assistant Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology & Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 19% |
| Total Not Requested | 1365 | 81% |
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